One hundred years from now and more, long after we're all gone, this book will likely still be in someone's library, bringing great joy. Looking forward to your next installment in its making.
@RJiiFin8 ай бұрын
Or along the way someone will throw it in the trash because "books are for nerds lol"
@rahadianaryo59798 ай бұрын
@@RJiiFin Well, R. Jii Fin... *Does those books' 📖📘 are still for some nerds* 🤓 out there, and *that someone's will callously throwing it right into the trashcan 🗑 because of THAT reason* by then?
@shafismaili13477 ай бұрын
this book is an investment piece. It'll be setting in a collectors library hundreds of years from now, slowly inflating in value.
@memememe26743 ай бұрын
@@shafismaili1347unless the society soon to come don't go burning books. Some major religions hate books that don't suit their needs
@catzkeet48602 ай бұрын
Just keep it out of the US.
@e-artemas72958 ай бұрын
Who need Netflix when you have this 📚
@fluff_pup80918 ай бұрын
You said it
@gregpenismith12488 ай бұрын
Because 30 minutes is going to replace endless hours of stuff on Netflix? Also, you can't go between both?
@e-artemas72958 ай бұрын
@@gregpenismith1248 I don’t have hours to spend watching Netflix and I find this much more entertaining
@thefryinallofus8 ай бұрын
Who needs Netflix period. Total junk
@gregpenismith12488 ай бұрын
@@thefryinallofuscool story. Pretty sure several million people would disagree with you. Edit: Dude, you have no room to talk. You play Star Citizen and believe in fairy tales like the bible.
@mikewilliams60258 ай бұрын
He pulled a Villeneuve on us. Turning what we thought was one sitting into three glorious installments.
@CudpudQC7 ай бұрын
We are all dying for part 3 brother
@janzander4597 ай бұрын
I just came back 3 weeks after watching this video because I wanted to post this!!
@milatdesign90627 ай бұрын
I've been checking every week since part 2, love these comments haha
@FourKeysBookArts7 ай бұрын
Should be this week. Hang in there.
@CudpudQC7 ай бұрын
@@FourKeysBookArts very excited, thanks for the reply my friend!
@CannedMan8 ай бұрын
This is like watching good, old fashioned television where you’re really, really excited for the next episode - and you have to _wait_ for it to be broadcast. As the episode was about to end, my mind went ‘Noooo, but I want to watch more!’ You have such a comforting, pleasant voice and the pacing of your videos is just top notch. Thank you!
@Doxymeister8 ай бұрын
I completely agree!
@lucymortlock2798 ай бұрын
I shouted at the TV 😂 can't wait for the next one.
@paulinemegson85198 ай бұрын
The beauty of marbling is that not only can it be used to print unique and gorgeous paper designs, it can also be used to print fabrics in particular silk to create lovely textiles, and can even be used, with variations in the depth of the size bath, to paint 3D items too
@FourKeysBookArts8 ай бұрын
Absolutely! I haven’t done much textile marbling, though I have experimented with ceramics and leather. It’s a really versatile medium.
@KalkidantamiratKal6 ай бұрын
Video! video! About cutting book
@jcortese33008 ай бұрын
This is looking like another heirloom -- the whole thing is gorgeous, but those endpapers are perfection for this particular book.
@ayragon4 ай бұрын
Anyone else hear the signatures sighing in relief as this book gets new life?
@alfredopiacentini7471Ай бұрын
I can't help but think, "this book sure feels super lucky!"
@MrQwint228 ай бұрын
Beautiful work! The marbled end papers could not be better chosen!
@FourKeysBookArts8 ай бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@toddtaylor46496 ай бұрын
Inspired me??? Heck my own cast iron book press arrived today!!!! Denise i have watched a few other binders out there but YOU sir, instruct thoroughly, and cut NO corners. I had no idea that you created your own end papers as well. So lovely. Lemme buy you a cup of joe.
@FourKeysBookArts6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much, I truly appreciate it! Welcome to the craft!
@oxfordbags8 ай бұрын
This is the Dune Part 2 I’ve been waiting for
@photosyntheticseaslug6028Ай бұрын
Watching someone with such deep knowledge of their craft is always a delight
@HawkFest7 ай бұрын
One Denis creates a film of Dune, the other Denis binds a book of Dune. That's awesome, I've never seen this process before, it's fascinating. Thank you!
@TheTonyMcD8 ай бұрын
Now imagine skinning and processing hundreds of hides to make all of the parchment or vellum and then having to hand write all of those pages. It's no wonder books used to be among the most valuable commodities in the world.
@Epitymbidia8 ай бұрын
Okay, that marbling? With the leather? Gorgeous. Just GORGEOUS! And it so fits the theme. This book is going to be absolutely marvelous and I am consumed by envy. In the best way possible.
@compunurse5 ай бұрын
I’m not exactly sure how the KZbin algorithm sent me to this series, but boy am I glad it did. I have no interest in becoming a book binder, but watching an artist work and understanding how things are put together is something I consider infinitely valuable. Thanks for sharing your skill and passion.
@Daniel-xg9fm8 ай бұрын
I’ve never been so engaged by someone’s raw talent, passion and mastery of their Art. Thanks so much for this series!
@brettcody768 ай бұрын
I wish I could see it in person! It looks so gorgeous, Dennis. Thank you for sharing your artistry and craftsmanship with us.
@FourKeysBookArts8 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@e-artemas72958 ай бұрын
Omg it’s here 😍😍🤩 I’ve been checking your page almost everyday for this video
@FourKeysBookArts8 ай бұрын
Hope you enjoyed it!
@justincase82818 ай бұрын
Glad I'm not the only one that has been checking for part 2!
@karsonglancy62447 ай бұрын
I’m checking for part 3 daily😢
@blazec87567 ай бұрын
This Dune: Part Two is just as good as the Hollywood one
@milseq8 ай бұрын
The marbling design could not have been more perfect!
@word420698 ай бұрын
Stunning and immaculate per usual! BTW: just noticed you were using a Blackwing pencil. You are truly a man of impeccable taste and a man after my own heart if I’m honest. haha
@mostlyghostey7 ай бұрын
I know complaining about a three-week gap in uploads is incredibly whiny but gosh darn it I am so excited for the next part I’m dying. I hope your next upload is planned soon!!!
@rjwh672207 ай бұрын
Your end papers are simply gorgeous. The entire process is fascinating, but as a paper marbleizer myself, I’m particularly impressed by the end papers.
@1certain8 ай бұрын
That sand dune paper marbling is crazy!
@annamuench84298 ай бұрын
That marbled paper is gorgeous! This book is going to be beautiful!
@MrStreetninja0078 ай бұрын
Who knew i needed this in my life at 10:48pm at night
@federicoprice26877 ай бұрын
Hi Dennis, that's so impressive, and absolutely brilliant!! I watched parts 1 and 2 straight off....and it's now 3am in the UK. Looking forward to part 3! Best regards!!
@GrmDark8 ай бұрын
You simply cannot find this much dedication anywhere in life any more. Fantastic, exquisite work sir!
@gerrys48227 ай бұрын
Dry-fitting the cover boards reminds me of mortise and tendon joinery! 😉👍🏻 Brilliant! SO MUCH to learn here. Very complex process and lengthy process. You could fill an entire book just on how to MAKE or restore a book! But the video is much better. Seeing it actually done in real time is AMAZING?
@WiKiTWoNKa7 ай бұрын
I can't find part 3, that must mean that you have not uploaded it yet, I hope you upload it soon I am so anxious 😮🙏🏼😱😁💓
@justincase82818 ай бұрын
Great narration, engaging content, and wonderful filming. A masterful video!
@FourKeysBookArts8 ай бұрын
Wow, thank you!
@gjn7118258 ай бұрын
I havent had the privilage of reading Dune. I used to watch the original film a lot as a kid. Seeing you bind this beautiful book makes me want to pick up a copy! Thank you for sharing your amazing process :)
@-NGC-6302-8 ай бұрын
I just finished the third book, and I get why it's such a revered series that so many things get ideas from. Loving this project
@Skylardietsche6 ай бұрын
How insane is the internet that we get to watch a master work like this???
@gamiliaphotography1405Ай бұрын
I'm so hooked. Your love to binding Books, help books, heal Books! - is so wonderfull and it heals me too. Thank you for this amazing work
@tracyellis55338 ай бұрын
You have mad skills! This is actually very exciting - I can’t wait for part 3!!!!
@ryangreen58117 ай бұрын
Man, these sort of videos make me realize how much I take books for granted.
@SoftmanCZ7 ай бұрын
This book would cost a kidney, but rightfully so, when one see that much of a work put into it.
@alinagrinseit8 ай бұрын
it’s incredible to see how much quality of your recording, editing and voiceover have improved in less than a year! amazing job, your videos about art are becoming art themselves!
@FourKeysBookArts8 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@CMon_Jack7 ай бұрын
You have to watch this whole video purely out of respect for this guys dedication to perfection.
@AudreyAzura8 ай бұрын
I discovered this channel with the medieval book binding and it made me want to start learning the art. Thanks to your book binding basics, I made my first leaflet a few weeks ago and I loved every step! Now, following the making of this book inspires me once more. Thank you so much for sharing such beautiful creation and inspiring us all!
@elin_lyze8 ай бұрын
I have been waiting for this one! This will be a good saturday watch ❤ PS: It was a good watch! I love the absolute attention to detail, be it in the work or the creation of the video and commentary.
@ashleydoran58967 ай бұрын
omg I cant wait for part 3!!!
@RomantiCynic8 ай бұрын
Very excited to see the next steps. The medieval book series was super, the D&D makeover was awe-inspiring, and this one is shaping up to surpass them both! Be careful about constantly raising the bar, Dennis 😆
@r4dioactif8 ай бұрын
Dennis, thank you for your care and time in producing this video, painstakingly documenting your process. I appreciate having a resource like yours in which I can be instructed when I take up my own bookbinding hobby.
@FourKeysBookArts8 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@TorieKidd7 ай бұрын
F Yeah, you will see me for part 3! I'll be watching everything else on your channel in the meantime. ❤
@cazkiwinz43004 ай бұрын
I love watching people who love what they do 🫶 Also, if you put some 3M hooks on your steel ruler, you’ll find it easier and firmer to hold… and keep your fingers safely out of the way… I do it on my quilting rulers!
@AdamsOlympia5 ай бұрын
I love getting this inside look at an ancient craft, which remains true to form and unchanging after centuries of practice! KZbin algorithms have truly blessed me this week! I started out watching a single video of a carpenters unique furniture designs, which led me into a rabbit hole of many other disparate artisan professions recommended in my feed.
@guyloren7 ай бұрын
Dennis,this was a truly incredible labour of love to witness- thank you for sharing your process,sir!🏆
@garetkonigsfeld28 ай бұрын
Paper marbling is one of the neatest parts of a book binding. They look like prints yet completely hand-made .Really nice job. Thanks for taking us along 👍.
@sandraforsman49718 ай бұрын
You should read audiobooks with your pleasant voice Dennis! 😌
@boigeorge11497 ай бұрын
I keep checking back to see if you've updated, I love seeing your work ❤
@steveireland18608 ай бұрын
Dennis, once again just fabulous work, very good choice for the endpapers, can't wait to see the finished book!
@pavz7 ай бұрын
What a great work. Really pleased I found this channel. Subscribed.
@DoraG998 ай бұрын
I bloody cheer every time the little tappy hammer comes out for the spine 🎉 I love it. One of my fave parts of the process 🥰
@robcarnaroli2698 ай бұрын
I'm so happy I found this channel. I may never do a single one of these things but my mind is brown every time. It's also relaxing to watch!
@cryd12398 ай бұрын
Another amazing video! Tank you for the upload :-D Can't wait for P3.
@AuthorJLCross7 ай бұрын
This is a completely different way of binding i havent seen yet. Plus, the quality of the videos are perfect for learning this process!
@Liopot685 ай бұрын
Beautiful! You made me have a whole new level of respect for bookbinders and their craft.
@UlrichVIII8 ай бұрын
this cover is very complex compared to the others you've shown previously! i like it :D thx for sharing
@pedrotaq8 ай бұрын
I had just finished watching part 1 and I was bummed when I saw I had to wait for part 2. Luckily, I had subscribed + clicked on the bell lol, I never do that. Amazing work man, can't believe how much I'm enjoying your channel!
@maggy404045 ай бұрын
the gorgeous endpapers remind me of rolling sand dunes i think it matches the aesthetic perfectly
@athmaid8 ай бұрын
One of the most interesting video series on the platform imho
@simontate12626 ай бұрын
I absolutely love your channel. The skill and patience you have just blows my mind. you sir are very talented.
@BottleOfRoss7 ай бұрын
i dont know why i ran into this series, I don't know why I am so enthralled with it, what I do know is I look forward to the next episode with excitement
@werty1432k7 ай бұрын
Such excellent paper choice
@Steve-s4b5 ай бұрын
The difference in texture, colour and sheen after burnishing is wild.
@alldayseveryday31388 ай бұрын
Man, you nailed it with those end papers! They’re perfection! ❤🎉❤🎉
@eventhorizon8538 ай бұрын
Somehow this is making me want to try bookbinding...
@wlf16738 ай бұрын
My favourite book, ever. It feels like an old friend. My mother loved to read and encouraged me to read as well as sharing her books with me. I first read it in late elementary school, she and I would have long conversations about it, she would explain the parts I didn't understand...which made it all the more fascinating...so many layers. Miss you, Mum.
@Claythargic7 ай бұрын
I worked for my uncle who did player piano restoration, watching this reminds me of those days, watching glue dry. Really really nice to watch a craftsman at work, thank you for the upload!
@anthonyparkinson45178 ай бұрын
Already craving part three, The wait is torture!
@twejiddong8 ай бұрын
I'm very impressed to see a book binder create his own marbled paper. It must be nice to be able to create a pattern that matches with the book instead of trying to find one in some catalog which probably won't have the perfect match.
@shmekie8 ай бұрын
This is crazy. What a craftsman, what artistry. Glad the algo guided me to your channel.
@CanineWild8 ай бұрын
I cannot overstate how much I enjoy getting to watch you work. Your passion and artistry are phenomenal, your vids beautifully shot, and with the voiceover explaining the process, just *chef's kiss* The leather joint against that marbled endpapers is going to look SO good!
@kraftyiam6 ай бұрын
Howdy, after Part 1 Rebinding I now want to see Dune part one again ... Wonderful video - clear and concise instructions - love it. Thank you. I agree these end papers are perfect.
@Warui888 ай бұрын
If I had the skills and tools, I'd have fun rebinding some of my childhood favorites.
@icychill1058 ай бұрын
I've gotten so much more enjoyment watching this, to me the book is dryer than the desert world it's set in.
@puregrymra63597 ай бұрын
This is my favourite way to REALLY wind down. Grab a nice cup of tea, get a blanket and snuggle up on the couch watching an old book being rebound. Love the videos! Keep up the work ❤
@saxonhermit8 ай бұрын
The edges are already forming shelves. "He shall know your ways as if born to them." As written...
@Beryllahawk8 ай бұрын
Ahh this was so, so wonderful to watch after a very difficult week. The book is looking fabulous - and now I'm impatient for Part Three after that sly little tease about something different!
@fluffysheepfallingasleep6095 ай бұрын
I love those custom marble end papers! That pattern is perfect for Dune
@LithNeo6 ай бұрын
You could teach a master class on how to rebind books, this is such a cool thing to do and help keeping this knowledge alive. Loved the DnD Tome and this is such a cool rebinding!
@timleadbetter2526 ай бұрын
Even on camera the burnishing really brings out the colour on your paper! Incredible piece of craftsmanship thank you for sharing your work!
@purpleheart34318 ай бұрын
This was such a treat to watch! I LOVE Dune (hence why this popped up in my recommended) and the craftsmanship is stellar. To own a book so loved, it would be my prized possession❤
@TheDamian4188 ай бұрын
That was one of the most mesmerizing things I've watched in a long time. Love the attention to detail. Great work. Thanks for sharing. Need more craftsman like this!
@Unalochy7 ай бұрын
Just spent right over an hour watching this and the prior video and it flew by leaving me wanting more! Thankfully this is two weeks old so it shouldn't be very long till the next, I rang that bell to make sure I don't miss it 📚🫶
@revdpoling8 ай бұрын
I was so excited when part 2 appeared! I have been looking forward to seeing it so much! I'm also glad there will be more to come!
@rbdriftin8 ай бұрын
Such a wonderful project. Can't wait to see the result
@claudiaaugusta84538 ай бұрын
I love your detail-oriented work, your skill and dedication to the craft! And your editing style and calm narration as well.
@elickes8 ай бұрын
And the hits just keep on coming! Well done, Dennis. I'm so glad you chose to make those covers so thick. This book is already beautiful. I can't wait to see the finished product!
@majohnse8 ай бұрын
Truly love this series. So many good tips that I want to incorporate into my practice. Now I must go back and binge-watch the entire channel. 🥳
@joesnee7768 ай бұрын
Another amazing video! Can't wait for part 3!
@FransNilsen8 ай бұрын
You are a magnicifent artist! This will be a beautiful book!
@Peter-ef6ut8 ай бұрын
Sir, it is the meticulous attention to detail that you bestow on your work, that separates the true master from the humble craftsman. A Sensei of your craft Sir. Peter. Bristol. U.K.
@The_Otherguy8 ай бұрын
Truly masterful! Commenting for the algorithm, more people need to see this.